Thuja Green Giant life expectancy
genebelor
18 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (14)
lannegreenelag
18 years agohamstewart_aol_com
18 years agoRelated Discussions
Thuja Green Giant
Comments (15)stormy .... very simply.... YOU WATER THEM WHEN THEY NEED WATER .... insert finger to second knuckle... if tip wet.. do NOT water.. if tip dry water ... roots need water... it has little to do with eyeballing the surface.. which will have 3 or 4 inches of mulch anyway ... it is an art that involves a dirty finger ... it is NOT a science ... not a calender thing ... my 4 foot emerald greens are 5 foot 6 years later .. my 6 inch GGiants are 14 feet 6 years later.. research the annual growth rates of any tree you want to plant.. and if well tended.. the second or third year later.. they will grow at that rate for the rest of your life .... once you have the growth rate... you will understand how many years it will take to fill the space between 2 plants ... e.g. if they grow a foot a year... and they are 5 feet apart tip to tip .. it will take 2 years adjusting.. and then 4 to 5 years to join up ... zig zap ... a straight line is boring.. depth of vision is better .. to me anyway.. good luck ken...See MoreTo hot to transplant bare root Thuja Green Giant?
Comments (2)80 isnt bad... how cool will it get at night??? a recovery period is the key .... not the peak temp at 4 in the afternoon in October ... i would probably just plant them.. they are just arbs.. not some foo foo exotic .... otherwise.. moisten some potting media... and pot the whole wad together in one pot ... and keep them as cool as possible.. and never let the pot itself be in sun ... no need to pot individually.. you are just HOLDING THEM OVER .... and if there is an extreme day or two while potted ... put them in the cool basement.. but not for 2 weeks... no pail of water nonsense for more than a day ..... they are not aquatics ... will check back in tomorrow morn ... ken ps: any idea how to plant them.. ??? native soil.. etc????...See MoreThoughts on 'Hybrid Willows' vs. 'Thuja Green Giant'?
Comments (60)I love my hybrid willows as farm trees. Pennsylvania deer are not interested in them, and as advertised, they grow three to six feet per year! I am so happy we planted them, as they are in their third year and the most vigorous are already about ten feet tall. I planted them along my pasture fence line, in an area that is always "squishy" and wet. Their aggressive roots have soaked up a lot of that water, making the area more stable, and my horses don't bother them. The branches are dense enough to provide a minor windbreak even in the winter, and in the summer they provide a lot of privacy from the road. Behind them, I planted some firs that will take 10-20 years to grow big enough to provide privacy. I've heard that the hybrid willows can only be expected to live about 20 years, which is fine, because by then my firs will have grown tall enough to replace them. I would echo what others have said about not planting hybrid willows in a small yard, or anywhere near a septic -- 100' away at least. The roots will bust through anything they contact....See MorePropagating Thuja Green Giant Arborvitae
Comments (3)Woody plants are particular about when they propagate best from cuttings. I'm a professional propagator, and I can't think of one that offers uniform success just any ol' time you take a cutting. Conifers typically propagate best in winter, using the previous summer's growth. Six to eight weeks is fairly reasonable for roots to strike. This means that new roots are visible; they may be quite vigorous or may be just starting. It can take longer, though; don't give up for 10-12 weeks. Do begin feeding the rooted cuttings when rooting is actively underway. And don't transplant on until you have a good vigorous root system grown. No mist because flat-leaved types like junipers, arborvitaes and such can get fungal problems when the foliage is kept wet. In my experience, the most important factor besides timing is correct medium (fast draining is imperative) and enough water and fertilizer. Tent the cuttings if they're on heat and you don't have them in a naturally humid situation like a greenhouse. But leave the tent partially open, not closed. The brown edges indicate stress. Could be due to many causes, including wrong timing. I'd try again in winter. Soeur...See Moresueinillinois
18 years agohamstewart_aol_com
18 years agosueinillinois
18 years agoplantman314
18 years agogenebelor
17 years agogerryp
16 years agowvagas_aol_com
16 years agojim61
16 years agolwc1
15 years agoCarolina Moncion Design
4 years agoCynthia Aguiar
3 years ago
Related Stories
BATHROOM DESIGN14 Bathroom Design Ideas Expected to Be Big in 2015
Award-winning designers reveal the bathroom features they believe will emerge or stay strong in the years ahead
Full StoryBASEMENTSHouzz TV: This Guy’s Giant Lego Collection Proves Everything Is Awesome
You may have seen our story about this architect’s Lego-filled basement. Now watch the video to see just how he organizes all 250,000 pieces
Full StoryPLANTING IDEASPlant Your Hardscape for Unexpected Green
Nestle greenery among pavers, steps and more for a yard brimming with life and creativity
Full StoryINSPIRING GARDENSNative Plants Bring 10 Southern California Front-Yard Gardens to Life
Rare plants, rain gardens and wildlife habitats are just a few of the features showcased on the 2016 Theodore Payne Native Plant Garden Tour
Full StoryCONTRACTOR TIPSBuilding Permits: What to Know About Green Building and Energy Codes
In Part 4 of our series examining the residential permit process, we review typical green building and energy code requirements
Full StoryGARDENING AND LANDSCAPINGGrow a Lush Privacy Screen
No need to wait forever for patio privacy the green way. These 10 ideas will get your screening up and running in no time
Full StoryINSIDE HOUZZHouzz Survey: See the Latest Benchmarks on Remodeling Costs and More
The annual Houzz & Home survey reveals what you can expect to pay for a renovation project and how long it may take
Full StoryARCHITECTUREDesign Workshop: 10 Reasons to Put Craft Into Modern Architecture
Technology has led us to expect perfection, but handcrafted details can provide something even better
Full StoryPLANTING IDEASBig Foliage for Small Spaces
Use bold, large-leaved plants to create intriguing contrast in a garden where they’re least expected
Full StoryREMODELING GUIDES8 Lessons on Renovating a House from Someone Who's Living It
So you think DIY remodeling is going to be fun? Here is one homeowner's list of what you may be getting yourself into
Full StorySponsored
sissyz